Afghan men spread dirt on a snow-covered path following the snowfall in the Dara district of Panjshir province on January 23, 2026. Snow and heavy rain have killed 61 people in Afghanistan, the disaster management authority said on January 24. (Photo by Shah Poor AFZALLY / AFP)
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Afghanistan: Severe Snowfall, Heavy Rain Kill 61, Injure 110 in Three Days

  • At least 61 people have died and 110 injured across Afghanistan due to severe snowfall and heavy rain over the past three days.
  • The Afghanistan National Disaster Management Authority (ANDMA) reported fatalities between Wednesday and Friday, primarily in central and northern provinces.
  • 458 houses were partially or completely destroyed, impacting around 360 families.
  • Authorities have urged residents to avoid unnecessary travel, especially on snow-covered roads.
  • The Salang highway, a key transport route, has been shut, and food supplies were distributed to stranded travelers in Bamyan province.

Why It Matters: Severe weather in Afghanistan has caused 61 deaths, 110 injuries, and widespread damage in three days.

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